199: Choosing the Right School with Insights from Amber Jayne, Early Childhood Educator & Expert

The Motherhood Village Podcast

English - July 04, 2024 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 34 ratings
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Previous Episode: 198: Navigating Grief and Matrescence with Ilana Shapiro Yahdav

Next Episode: 200: Mastering Motherhood, Business and Time Management with Dr. Noor Ali

In this episode of the Motherhood Village podcast, we are joined by special guest Amber Jayne, an early childhood expert with nearly 30 years of experience. Her mission is to inspire parents and fellow child whisperers to become the best guides during those early years of growth.

We discuss impactful books, the importance of being present, and essential factors parents should consider when selecting high-quality child care centers. Ms. Amber also shares her journey of opening her first preschool at age 23 while navigating motherhood and entrepreneurship.

The conversation also gets into the challenges and shifts in education, including the growing popularity of homeschooling and micro-schools. Ms. Amber provides valuable advice on supporting struggling students within the traditional school system and highlights the importance of strong communication with teachers. Finally, Amber introduces her venture, The Loving Start Way, offering resources and support for current and aspiring childcare professionals.

We talk about:

0:00 Introduction and Guest Background 00:20 Impactful Books and Personal Growth 01:47 Choosing the Right Child Care Center - day care, preschool, etc. 08:47 Opening a Preschool: Lessons Amber Learned 11:51 How Did You Invest In Yourself to Become A Teacher/Educator 16:19 Homeschooling and Alternative Education 19:57 Ways Parents Can Advocate For Their Child In The School System 23:01 The Loving Start Way method & services offered 25:32 Final Thoughts and Parting Words

Resources

The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

Connect with Amber

https://thelovingstartway.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheABCsofPreschoolPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/THELOVINGSTARTWAY Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amber.farman/

Connect with Nicole

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.motherhood.village1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The.Motherhood.Village1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolegcumberbatch/ https://www.themotherhoodvillage.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNzy4b2WHCxvP1k8lL0dvIA